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OAKHILL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION
INMATE HANDBOOK
2016-2018
Douglas Percy
WARDEN
Inmate Mail: Deputy Warden
P.O. Box 938 Paul Ninnemann
Oregon, WI 53575-0938
Security Director
Staff Mail: Beckie Blodgett
P.O. Box 140
Oregon, WI 53575-0140INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Oakhill Correctional Institution!
Oakhill is a minimum-security adult correctional institution. The buildings, grounds, guidelines,
rules and programs of the institution are different from those of any other institution; each inmate
is expected to read this booklet carefully. Each inmate should fully understand the basic
philosophy, policies and procedures for Oakhill and know their responsibilities.
This handbook is each inmate’s informational guide for Oakhill Correctional Institution. It is not
the intent of this booklet to contain all the requirements, rules and procedures of Oakhill. The
OCI Inmate Procedure Manual, DAI Policy Manual and DOC Administrative Codes are located
in the library. Additionally procedures may be reflected by memo and/or posted on the institution
bulletin boards or on the kiosk. If you are not sure of the proper procedure, ask a staff person for
assistance.
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - MISSION STATEMENT
Protect the public, our staff and those in our charge.
Provide opportunities for positive change and success.
Promote, inform and educate others about our programs and successes.
Partner and collaborate with community service providers and other criminal justice entities.
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - VISION STATEMENT
To achieve excellence in correctional practices while fostering safety for victims and
communities.
Every Person - Every Family - Every Community Matters
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - REENTRY VISION STATEMENT
Promote public safety and offender success from admission to custody through reentry and
supervision in the community.
BULLYING/HARRASSMENT
“Bullying” means a pattern of behavior that is deliberate or intentional, using words or actions
causing fear, intimidation, or harm and is characterized by an individual behaving in a certain
way to gain power. Furthermore, it may be serious enough to negatively impact a person’s well-
being. “Bullying” includes, but is not necessarily limited to such behaviors as stalking,
intimidating, belittling, humiliating, menacing, coercing, name-calling, taunting, making threat,
spreading rumors, hazing and shunning an individual.
Harassing type behaviors will also not be tolerated. Harassment is a condition in which conduct
is severe or pervasive enough to create an environment that a reasonable person would consider
intimidating, hostile or abusive. Harassment my include verbal or written abuse, epithets, sexual
explicit or derogatory language, display of offensive materials, mimicry, lewd or offensive
2gestures or telling offensive jokes. Based on any of the following but not limited to, age, color,
creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical attributes, physical or
mental ability.
OCI has a zero tolerance for these types of behaviors and behaviors of this nature will be dealt
with accordingly. Everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
PRISON RAPE ELIMINATION ACT (P.R.E.A.)
State law prohibits any sexual conduct/assault upon an inmate, by another inmate(s) or staff
member. DOC maintains a zero tolerance policy toward all sexual contact/assault on any
inmate. Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter 303, prohibits inmates from engaging in
sexual activity, including sexual assault. Wisconsin Statutes, Section 940.225, specifically
prohibits sexual contact and sexual intercourse between inmates and correctional staff. Under
the current law, if a corrections employee has sexual contact or sexual intercourse with inmates it
is deemed to be sexual assault. Inmate consent is impossible because of the unequal power
relationship between staff and inmates. Allegations of staff sexual assault will be treated
seriously and referred to law enforcement for investigation. Inmates may receive disciplinary
action if false allegations are provided under the provisions of DOC 303.32, WI Administrative
Code.
Please refer to the pamphlet provided to each inmate titled: Wisconsin Department of
Corrections, Division of Adult Institutions Sexual Abuse/Assault Prevention and Intervention, An
Overview for Offenders for more information.
In each housing unit when a person of opposite gender enters the unit, except in emergencies, a
door bell will be sounded for your safety. OCI facility procedure 900.404.03
How to Report an Incident of Sexual Misconduct: It is important that you tell a staff member
if you have been sexually assaulted, threatened or are being solicited for sexual activity. You can
tell the Chaplain, Psychologist, Social Worker, Crisis Intervention Worker, the Warden,
Sergeant/Officer, any Health Service Unit (HSU) staff, or any other staff member you trust.
DOC staff members are instructed to keep the reported information confidential and only discuss
it with the appropriate officials on a need-to-know basis.
There are, however, other means to confidentially report the assault if you are not comfortable
talking with staff, such as:
File an Offender Complaint. You may file an Offender Complaint (DOC-400) per
Administrative Code DOC 310. This is a confidential process. Your complaint will be
forwarded to the Warden for investigation. DOC-400 Offender Complaint forms are
available on housing units.
Write directly to the Warden, Division of Adult Institutions (DAI) Administrator, or
DOC Secretary. You can send the Warden an Offender Information/Interview Request
or a letter reporting sexual misconduct. You may also send a letter to the DAI
Administrator or Secretary of the DOC. To ensure confidentiality, place in a sealed
envelope.
Contact the PREA hotline by dialing 777 on the inmate telephone.
3 Contact outside the D.O.C. by dialing 888 on the inmate telephone.
Contact the Local law enforcement agency. You can report a sexual assault by
contacting local law enforcement directly or through a third party.
What to do if you are assaulted: If you become a victim of a sexual assault, you should report
it immediately to staff that will offer you immediate protection from the assailant and will refer
you for a medical examination and clinical assessment. Even though you may want to clean up
after the assault, it is important to see medical staff BEFORE you shower, wash, drink, eat,
change clothing, or use the bathroom. Medical staff will examine you for injuries, which may
or may not be readily apparent to you. They can also check you for sexually transmitted diseases
and gather any physical evidence of assault. The individuals who sexually abuse or assault
offenders can only be disciplined and/or prosecuted if the abuse is reported.
Prevention: If you feel that your right to be free from sexual misconduct is being violated, staff
are available to help you deal with this problem. You should feel free to discuss your concerns
about sexual misconduct with any staff member. Some staff, like psychologists, are specially
trained to help you deal with problems in this area. If you are in an emergency situation,
approach any staff member. It is part of their job to ensure your safety. Even if you have not
been assaulted or abused, but are in fear for your safety, you should report your concern to staff.
You do not have to name other offenders to receive assistance, but specific information may
make it easier for staff to help you.
ADA COORDINATOR
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, a designated Coordinator is located and
assigned at OCI. Oakhill Correctional Institution will ensure fair and equitable treatment of
inmates and members of the public with disabilities who seek access to DAI services, programs
or activities. Offenders requesting ADA accommodations can fill out a DOC-2530 “Reasonable
Modification/Accommodation Request” to request consideration for accommodation under the
ADA Coordinator.
For the hearing impaired offenders, there are TTY machines available through Social Services
for communication to family and friends by phone. A video phone is also available. Please see
OCI Policy # 309.39.01, Monitoring and Recording of Inmate Telephone Calls. Interpreters will
be used for PRC Hearings, Parole Hearings, Conduct Report Hearings, pre-scheduled medical
appointments, and any other appoint that they are deemed necessary for, and in the best interest
of the offender.
If you are not sure of the proper procedure or need the name of the ADA Coordinator, ask a staff
person for assistance.
LIMITED ENGLISH PROFECIENCY POLICY NOTICE (LEP)
Oakhill Correctional Institution will comply with Federal law under Title VI which
requires all recipients of federal funds to provide meaningful access to documents,
services and programs for individuals with Limited English Proficiency. For those who
do not speak fluent English, there are “I Speak” cards available throughout the Institution.
These cards can be used to determine the language the offender speaks, and then
arrangements can be made to communicate with that offender. Many signs in the
4Institution have been translated in to Spanish. Questions regarding LEP inmates learning
to speak English should be directed to the Education Department. Interpreters will be
used via phone, when necessary and in the best interest of the offender.
Institución correccional Oakhill cumplirá con las leyes federales bajo el Titulo VI, que
requiere que todos los destinatarios de los fondos federales proporcionar acceso
significativo a documentos, servicios y programas para personas con dominio limitado
del inglés. Para aquellos que no hablan a Inglés con fluidez, son "I Speak" tarjetas
disponibles a través de la institución. Estas tarjetas pueden ser utilizadas para determinar
el idioma que habla el delincuente, y entonces se pueden hacer arreglos para comunicarse
con ese delincuente. Muchas señales en la institución se han traducido en español.
Preguntas con respecto a los reclusos LEP aprender a hablar a Inglés deben hacerse en el
Departamento de educación. Intérpretes se utilizará por teléfono, cuando sea necesario y
en el mejor interés del delincuente.
Oakhill lub txhab ceev yuav raws li tsoom fwv teb chaws txoj cai nyob rau hauv tsab cai
Title VI uas yuav tsum tau tag nrho neeg hauv tsoom fwv teb chaws cov nyiaj muab kuab
siv cov ntaub ntawv, cov kev pab thiab cov kev pab cuam rau cov neeg uas nrog luag cov
paub lus Askiv npliag. Rau cov neeg uas tsis txawj hais lus paub lus Askiv, muaj cov
"Kuv Speak" card muaj nyob thoob plaws hauv lub chaw ua hauj lwm. Cov card no yuav
siv tau los txiav txim rau cov lus uas tus hais lus, thiab ces neeg yuav los mus sib tham
nrog tus neeg ua txhaum. Muaj ntau yam nyob rau hauv qhov chaw ua hauj lwm muaj
lawm nyob hauv txhais tau Mev. Yog muaj lus nug txog LEP inmates kawm hais lus
Askiv yuav tsum qhia rau lawv kev kawm. Neeg txhais lus yuav siv ntawm cov xov tooj,
thaum tsim nyog hauv lub paj zoo ntawm tus neeg ua txhaum.
PROBLEM RESOLUTION GUIDE – CHAIN OF COMMAND
Inmates shall attempt to address and resolve their issues at the lowest possible level. An
Interview/ Information Request (DOC – 761) may be used to address issues to institutional staff.
The Chain of Command, outlined below, spells out who inmates should talk to first if they have a
question or concern. Failure to follow this Chain of Command, sending requests to multiple
staff, or failing to wait at least reasonable amount of time will only cause delay in response.
Inmates may “jump levels” or ask someone sooner only for a valid reason. The last level in the
Chain of Command in addressing any institution issue is always the Warden. At any time in this
process an inmate may file a complaint in accordance with DOC Administrative Code 310.
Institution staff will assist inmates with this process upon request.
5NATURE OF FIRST SECOND THIRD FOURTH
CONCERN LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL LEVEL
Inmate Accounts, Financial Programs Corrections Management
Account Warden’s Office
Business Office Supervisor Services Director
Financial Programs Corrections Management
Canteen Storekeeper Warden’s Office
Supervisor Services Director
Security Liaison
Clothing Clothing Officer Security Director Warden’s Office
Captain / Lieutenant
Disability Corrections Management
Accommodations ADA Coordinator Services Director / Warden’s Office Not Applicable
& Concerns Deputy warden
Food Service Corrections Management
Food Service Unit Officer Warden’s Office
Administrator Services Director
Security Liaison
Housing Unit Unit Sergeant Captain / Lieutenant or Security Director Warden’s Office
Program Supervisor
Legal & Social
Offender Records
Service Records Records Department Program Supervisor Deputy Warden
Supervisor
Review
Limited English LEP
Program Supervisor/
Proficiency Coordinator/Social
ADA Coordinator Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
(LEP) Worker
Library Librarian Education Director Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Security Liaison
Mail/Property Mail/Property Officer Security Director Warden’s Office
Captain / Lieutenant
Director, Bureau
Health Services of Health
Medical Health Services
Supervisor Deputy Warden Services, Central
Office
Parole Offender Records
Records Office Parole Commission Not Applicable
Questions Supervisor
Work Supervisor /
Financial Programs Corrections Management
Payroll Financial Specialist – Warden’s Office
Supervisor Services Director
Inmate Accounts
PRC
Social Worker Classification Specialist BOCM Sector Chief BOCM Director
(Classification)
Programming Group Facilitator Program Supervisor Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Psychological Crisis Intervention/ Psychological Services
Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Services Psychologist Supervisor
Recreation Recreation Leader Program Supervisor Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Religious Chaplain Program Supervisor Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
School Teacher Education Director Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Sentencing Offender Records
Records Department Program Supervisor Deputy Warden
Information Supervisor
Social Services Social Worker Program Supervisor Deputy Warden Warden’s Office
Shift Captain /
TLU Placement Unit Sergeant Security Director Warden’s Office
Lieutenant
Visiting Room Shift Captain /
Visiting Area Security Director Warden’s Office
Sergeant / Officer Lieutenant
Visiting List & Security Liaison
Social Worker Program Supervisor Security Director
Restrictions Captain / Lieutenant
Security Liaison
Work Supervisor/Unit Department Head / Area
Work Problem Captain / Lieutenant or Security Director
Sergeant or Officer Supervisor
Program Supervisor
Work/Job Department Head / Security Liaison
Security Director Warden’s Office
Removal Area Supervisor Captain / Lieutenant
6RECEPTION AND ORIENTATION
Upon arrival at Oakhill each inmate will remain, for several days in the Reception and
Orientation (R&O) unit before being assigned to a permanent living unit. While in R&O status
various staff members will conduct orientation discussions to acquaint each inmate with the
institution. Some of this orientation will also occur shortly after assignment to a permanent
housing unit or cottage. Feel free to ask any questions that come to mind during the orientation
or after being assigned to a housing unit.
INTERVIEWS WITH STAFF MEMBERS
Requests to see staff members or obtain information shall be made by submitting an
Interview Request form (DOC-643) to the staff member, who is requested to be seen.
These Interview Request forms are available in each living unit and should be placed in
the unit mailbox. For the most part, interviews with staff are held during free hours and
you should indicate your free hours on the Interview Request. Please allow a reasonable
period of time for response.
NOTE: The Interview Request form is a two-sided document. Be sure to complete both
sides of the form. Incomplete requests will result in a delay or no response to your
request.
Requests of an immediate nature should be made to the housing unit officer who will
determine if the request is urgent.
RESPECT AND PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Since OCI is a minimum-security institution, emphasis is placed on respect and personal
responsibility. You are expected to respect yourself and the staff, as well as other inmates and
their property. You can demonstrate personal responsibility, respect, and maturity by:
Observing civil standards of language and conduct.
Being prompt and on time for counts, work, school and other assigned activities.
Using your time constructively by participating in activities and programs made available
to you.
Do not hesitate to ask staff for help with your issues or concerns; however you are encouraged to
think things through and use the life-skills you have learned. Make responsible decisions now so
that your community re-entry will be safe and successful.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
The following are general safety guidelines for your stay at Oakhill:
All inmates are expected to practice safe living and work habits at all times. Being safety
conscious and knowing the conditions of the surrounding environment are important in
preventing accidents.
Follow all safety instructions posted in areas and on equipment.
If you are not sure of the proper procedure or protective devices to use, ask.
Operate only that equipment which you have been authorized and instructed to use by
staff.
Use the personal protection required for the activity (e.g., hand, ear, eye, and respiratory
protection).
Keep your living and work/program area neat and orderly. Good housekeeping is
essential to accident prevention.
7 Aisles, exits, stairways and passageways shall be kept clear at all times.
Tools shall only be used after receiving authorization. Tools shall only be used for the
task for which they were designed.
Improper lifting causes back injuries. Keep the load close, bend your knees, and never
turn or twist with a load. If in doubt, seek help.
Learn the location of evacuation areas and know tornado procedures. Know fire
evacuation procedures. Failure to comply with procedures may result in disciplinary
action.
Wipe up spills immediately to avoid slips and falls. Use wet floor signs whenever floors
are wet.
Do not run in buildings or up and down stairs.
Report unsafe conditions or practices to a staff member.
When using recreation equipment, use only as intended and designed. Be sure that you
are familiar with and orientated to the proper use of all equipment.
Footwear shall be worn at all times whenever walking in buildings or outside.
If you have an accident or are injured, notify a staff member immediately for assistance.
HOUSING UNIT RULES
BULLETIN BOARDS
Bulletin boards are located in each housing unit. These bulletin boards have DOC and
OCI information. Inmates are responsible for reviewing the bulletin boards and for
knowing the information provided in them. Inmates are not permitted to post, remove or
write on the bulletin boards.
CLOTHING
Full Greens with State issued shoes (unless medically authorized) shall be worn.
Administration Building, MARS, Visits, off ground activities.
HSU- inmates not on a work, school or program assignment shall wear state
issued greens.
Full Greens with State issued or personal shoes shall be worn.
Educational classes/program, R&O, School, Chapel or any staff or volunteer
directed activities.
Items may only be exchanged if they are worn out or a size change is needed.
All clothing shall fit properly, be in good repair, and is to be worn in the manner which it
was intended. (For example: Jackets and sweatshirts are designated as the outermost
garments.)
Inmates shall retain possession of all state issued clothing and are responsible for any
altered, missing, or damaged items.
While in your room a minimum of undershorts shall be worn at all times.
COUNTS
Formal Counts will be taken at the times indicated. All inmates are responsible for
reporting to their rooms five (5) minutes prior to any formal count, regardless of an
announcement being made, either via the institution PA system or by the unit staff.
2:00 a.m. – No announcement made.
5:15 a.m. – Announcement made for clearing only.
8 7:30 a.m. – Standing count. An announcement will be made, either over the PA
system or by unit staff.
12:10 p.m. Standing count - An announcement will be made, either over the PA
system or by unit staff.
2:40 p.m. Census Count – All inmates not at a job or assignment are to remain in
their rooms until count is verbally cleared by unit staff.
5:40 p.m. Standing count – An announcement will be made, either over the PA
system or by unit staff.
9:30 p.m. Standing Count- Announcement will be made, including for clearing.
Work release/project crew/food service or an early morning job assignment
inmates may request a ‘sleep-in’ from the unit staff no later than one hour prior to
count. This will be approved or denied based on the discretion of staff. Inmates
with approved sleep-ins, who are awake, shall stand for count.
Inmates that are not on a job assignment off unit or outside the fence –
Shall report to their assigned housing unit.
Inmates, including unit workers, will report to their assigned rooms during count
time.
For Standing Counts
Inmates shall stand in their rooms facing the door and be clearly visible.
Inmates shall be dressed in no less than a t-shirt and pants or t-shirt and shorts.
No electronics will be allowed on.
No musical instruments will be allowed to be played.
When the housing unit Officer has counted all the inmates, the inmates will be allowed to
return to their assigned bunks and may use their electronics.
Unit Sergeant/officer has the discretion to allow unit workers to return to their assignment
All remaining inmates shall cease all movement during the formal count until announced
“cleared” either over the public address system or by the unit sergeant/officer.
DISCIPLINE
Discipline, when necessary, is given for violations of the rules in accordance with DOC
303. Penalties include;
Reprimand - A reprimand is an oral/written statement given by the hearing
officer (HO)/ adjustment committee (AC) or a staff member.
Room Confinement - This is a 24 hour sanction, (Time begins when sanction is
given that day.) The inmate may not leave his room, without specific permission,
except for one of the following conditions:
Emergencies (shall report directly to the housing unit staff).
Controlled medications. Shall report directly to the housing unit staff
during medication distribution times.
Inmate shall receive permission for use of toilet facilities.
Permission shall be granted to attend work or program assignments,
religious services, HSU, Visits, and other appointments initiated by a
staff member.
Meals will be eaten in dining rooms. A and B Building will eat in Main
Kitchen.
Attending other activities (i.e. modules, AA, Circle of Recovery, Support
groups, Transition Fair, Evening library access for class) will be reviewed
on a case by case basis with adequate notice given.
9 Law library – May use only if the inmate can provide verification that
they have an upcoming court date or deadline. Shall be approved through
Education Director.
Inmates will be allowed to use any of their own electronic equipment
(including television, radio, etc.) unless otherwise specified in the CR
disposition.
All necessary activities, which require leaving the room including
showers, room cleaning, laundry, etc. will be arranged through the unit
Sergeant.
Phone calls will be with the Sergeant’s approval and limited to one 20
minute call per day.
Building Confinement - It is a 24-hour per day sanction (time begins when
sanction is given that day)Inmates who are under this sanction may not leave their
housing unit except for the following:
Inmates are allowed to attend work or program assignments, religious
services, HSU, Visits, and other appointments initiated by a staff
member.
Law library – May use only if the inmate can provide verification that
they have an upcoming court date or deadline. Shall be approved through
Education Director.
Meals will be eaten in dining rooms. A and B Building will eat in Main
Kitchen.
Work or Program assignments.
Prohibited from using unit patio.
Loss of Recreation –
Inmates shall not attend or participate in any of the following activities:
Any sports.
Any leisure activities outside the cell including indoor recreation,
or walking the track during outdoor recreation.
May not use the game room; TV room; or multi-purpose room (if
applicable) in the housing unit.
Inmates may:
Go outside to sit on patio – Only during your unit’s scheduled
outdoor recreational period.
Work on in-cell hobby projects including musical instruments.
Have access to ice and the microwave, total use time is limited to
no more than 10 minutes. If these items are located in the card
room or dayroom area, the inmate shall first inform unit staff
member that they are going in there for that purpose.
Inmates may use the law library, only if they can provide
verification that they have an upcoming court date or deadline.
May attend evening programming (i.e. NA, AA, etc.).
If an inmate is assigned to school (academics & vocational), he
may attend the career center in the evenings (any evening M-TH).
All other inmates shall conform to the Leisure Time Activity
Schedule.
Loss of Specific Privileges - May include visits, telephone usage, canteen, etc.
10 Loss of Electronics - Includes your own personally owned electronics, your
roommates, and OCI’s (no dayroom TV).
Extra Duty - An inmate may be assigned extra work duty for up to 80 hours
without pay.
Restitution - Restitution is payment to the owner for the replacement or repair of
stolen, destroyed and damaged property or for medical bills. An inmate may be
ordered to make full or partial restitution, and will be charged in accordance with
OCI’s Restitution Schedule. Money may be withheld from earnings or taken from
an inmate’s account to satisfy the requirements of restitution.
ELECTRONICS
An inmate's personally owned electronic equipment, (radio, TV, etc.) shall be used with
headphones at all times.
There will be no transferring of electronics from one inmate to another, including when
an inmate is released.
Typewriters may only be used between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Energy conservation is everyone’s responsibility; inmates shall turn off lights, radios,
televisions, fans, etc., when leaving their room. Sinks may only be turned on when in use.
You may only turn on the ONE shower that you are using. To save both gas and water,
you are to limit the duration of your shower to the shortest reasonable time or no more
than 15 minutes.
Lights out - Quiet hours:
Observed by all inmates.
Between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 5:30 a.m., (Unless otherwise noted by specific
program guidelines, i.e. Housing Units 4 and 5).
There shall be no lights on in the room.
No electronics may be used during this time period.
‘Courtesy flushing’ of the toilets, Inmates shall not flush more than two (2) times when
using the toilet facilities.
FOOT WEAR
For health and safety purposes, shower shoes and slippers/soft-sole moccasins may only
be worn in the inmate's room, or to/from the unit bathroom, with/without socks.
GAME ROOM
Game Room is available for games every day between 8:30 a.m. and 9:25 p.m., with the
exception of not during meal times.
Inmates shall vacate the area no later than 11:00 a.m. for lunch meal and 4:00 p.m. for
supper meal, for sanitation purposes.
No spectators/loitering allowed.
Card playing, dominoes and board games are privileges and shall be treated as such.
Card or domino slamming will not be permitted.
Noise shall be kept to a minimum.
Food items shall be prepared in your room prior to bringing it for microwave use. No
consumption of food is allowed in the game room.
You may consume liquids (i.e. coffee, soda, water etc.) however you will be responsible
for cleaning up after yourself.
11 Unit games shall not be removed from game room without prior approval, and shall be
returned by the end of that shift.
Gambling is NOT permitted.
Those using the room are responsible for cleaning up the immediate area when finished.
The unit sergeant may limit the number of inmates in the game room as space allows.
The unit sergeant has the discretion to immediately remove an inmate(s) from the game
room for disruptive behavior or other violations.
HAIRCARE
Only the inmate barber will be allowed to cut an inmate’s hair. You will be permitted freedom in
personal grooming as long as your appearance does not conflict with the institution's
requirements for safety, identification, and hygiene. The following standards have been
established relative to inmate grooming:
All men are expected to maintain an appropriate level of personal hygiene. Medical staff
may authorize cutting a man's hair when there is evidence of unsanitary care to warrant
such action.
Braiding, twisting and styling of hair is permitted. Staff may require braided hair to be
unbraided for personal searches.
Braiding shall be done in a designated unit area with prior permission from Sergeant.
Any hairstyle or cut which indicates an affiliation with an unauthorized/unsanctioned
group or activity is forbidden.
Haircuts/styles not allowed include, but are not limited to:
Rat-tails (small section of hair allowed to grow longer than the areas that surround
it).
Mohawks.
Punk-style (non-symmetrical lengths, obvious differences in length creating
overhanging layers of hair.)
Letters/numbers/symbols cut or styled into hair
Hair braided, twisted or styled in patterns to display affiliation to any group.
No partially shaved heads are allowed. If any portion of the head is shaved to the skin,
the entire head shall be shaved.
Variations in the length of hair shall be tapered gradually so that no obvious lines are
created. The length of hair shall be the same right to left-symmetrical.
One part, running from front to back, will be allowed to be cut in hair. Other designs
and/or lines will not be permitted to be cut or shaved into hair.
No dying or bleaching of hair is allowed.
Inmates on work assignments around machinery or in food service may be required to
have head/facial hair suitably cut or wear appropriate protective equipment (hairnets,
etc.).
Newly received inmates who have haircuts that do not meet OCI rules will have their hair
re-cut to comply with standards.
New identification photographs will be required of any man whose physical appearance
changes during confinement as a result of change in hairstyle, including length of hair or
facial hair.
Security director/designee will determine the appropriateness of questionable
haircuts/braiding and whether the hair needs to be changed.
12HAIR CARE – GENERAL
The institution barber in the Barber Shop which is located in the Education Building will do all
cutting of hair or the initial shaving of the inmates head. In the interest of personal responsibility,
inmates are strongly encouraged to purchase their own electric razor, with an available pop up
beard trimmer. An inmate, who initially cuts his own hair, may be subject to discipline.
However, the maintenance of a shaved head may be done by the inmate AFTER the initial
haircut at the Barber Shop has occurred.
HOURS:
Monday through Friday
8:10 a.m. -10:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
6:20 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.
APPOINTMENTS:
Scheduled on Monday/Tuesday the week prior to your unit’s assigned date. (See
new appointment calendar).
No phone calls from the housing unit officer to the school officer will be made,
with the exception of inmates who transferred between units and who missed their
regularly scheduled haircut. Those affected inmates may make arrangements with
their new unit Sergeant who will contact the school officer to reschedule.
Inmates are responsible for setting and keeping their own appointment.
Inmates who fail to show up for their appointment time, other than due to staff
direction, will forfeit their haircut appointment for that day and will not be eligible
until their unit’s next rotation date.
Inmates housed in Restrictive Housing at least one month, are allowed one haircut
per month. These will be done on Sunday afternoons, when institution needs
permit.
Hair shall be clean and free of oil and grease.
Permanents are not given in the Barber Shop.
No transfer or release haircuts will be done.
HOBBY (ARTS AND CRAFTS)
Inmates engaging in any hobby activity, whether done in the housing unit or at the school,
shall first complete the OCI Hobby Orientation with a recreation staff.
Inmates are limited to two (2) hobbies, may produce a limited number of projects each
month; spend a limited amount of money on hobby supplies; and, with the exception of
one oversized item (musical instrument), be able to store all hobby material in a box
measuring 14 x 14 x 14. Hobby procedures specific to OCI may be found in DAI
309.20.03 Inmate Personnel Property and Clothing. Allowable hobby items will be
available through the DAI approved hobby catalog.
HOUSEKEEPING
It is a requirement for all inmates to be responsible for the cleanliness and orderliness of
their rooms and belongings on a daily basis. A high standard of sanitation is expected at
all times in the housing units and individual rooms.
13 Each inmate is responsible to be awake, out of bed, have his room and all articles in that
room, and be ready for inspection by 7:30 a.m. Monday-Friday. This is required whether
or not you are scheduled for any activity. Beds should be properly made when you are
outside of room.
The housing unit officer will check to insure:
Floor and window surfaces are cleaned.
Garbage is emptied.
Desk/cabinet tops cleaned.
The room, as a whole, is generally clean and orderly.
Cleaning supplies shall not be kept in any inmate’s room and this includes unit workers.
ICE AVAILABILITY AND MICROWAVE USE
Ice and microwaves may be available from 5:30 AM until 9:25 PM each day.
The microwave and ice are off limits during meals and when room is being utilized by
staff members.
Cups and mugs may be used for ice. No pitchers.
There shall be no more than one (1) inmate using the microwave and one (1) inmate
waiting in line to use the microwave, at any given time.
Food shall be prepared prior to bringing it to be cooked.
Total use time, at one visit, is limited to no more than ten (10) minutes.
While cooking, microwave should not be left unattended.
Misuse of the microwave may result in loss of privilege.
INMATE PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Inmates shall be required to wear and display ID cards with the photo visible.
Inmate ID cards shall be worn around the neck using a beaded lanyard in the manner it
was intended to be worn.
Inmate shall immediately inform staff if their ID card or lanyard is lost, stolen or
damaged.
ID cards shall be worn at all times except:
In Restrictive Housing, control, observation or TLU status.
In showers.
In their cell.
While actively engaged in recreational or recognized religious activities that
prevent wearing of the ID card, the ID shall be carried by the inmate or readily
available upon request.
While actively engaged in an assigned work activity that may cause damage to the
ID card or pose a health and safety risk. The ID shall be carried by the inmate or
readily available upon request.
When released to law enforcement or court appearances.
At work/study release sites (shall be kept in their possession.)
ID cards shall be worn when inmates are transported off-site by DOC staff.
INMATE PHOTO PROJECT
Visit photos
14 Inmates may have up to three (3) photos taken each day. Inmates will complete and sign a
DOC-184 prior to the photos being taken.
All photos will be taken off grounds by the visitor at the conclusion of the visit.
If an inmate requests to retain a photo, it shall first be reviewed by the Lobby
Sergeant/Designee for appropriateness before allowing the inmate to keep it.
If the inmate is not allowed to keep the photo, he shall be responsible for mailing it out or
having it destroyed. Ensure adequate funds are available in your account or you may be
subject to discipline.
Send a completed disbursement addressed to the “visiting officer”.
Visiting officer will call you to the ADM building when the photographer is available.
If on a visit at the time of your request, the visiting officer will make arrangements with
the photographer, if possible.
Visiting officer will sign/date the disbursement on the date the photo is taken.
Disbursement is then sent to the business office for processing.
Once posted to your account, you will then receive the yellow copy for your records.
Non-visit photos
Non-visit photos shall be taken in the school every Tuesday evening by appointment only.
Inmates shall contact the school officer via interview request to schedule an appointment
in advance at the start of second shift.
Inmates may have up to five (5) photos taken each day.
Inmates shall complete and sign a DOC-184 prior to the photos being taken.
Inmates shall provide pink copy of processed disbursement at the time of photographing.
Inmates shall provide a stamped addressed envelope to mail the photos out after they have
been reviewed by the School Officer.
INMATE REQUESTS FOR WAKE UP
Inmates are responsible for rising on time for their scheduled work/program assignment.
Requests for wake ups will only be done on the half hour up until 6:30 a.m. Inmates are
strongly encouraged to purchase their own alarm clocks within two (2) months of your
obtaining your work/program assignment.
LAUNDRY
Please follow unit specific laundry procedures.
LAY IN / SICK CELL – refer to DAI 309.55.02
Inmates requesting lay in shall report to their assignments and get approval from
assignment supervisor unless you are too ill or injured to report to the site.
Lay-in/Sick cell status will be the same expectations and conditions as room confinement.
Inmates shall remain in this status until the start of the next work or program day.
MEALS – SCHEDULE
Meals are centrally prepared in the Main Kitchen. DOC nutritionists determine menus
and portions.
Meal times for A & B building are posted in the kitchen and/or on each of those units.
For all meals in the Central Dining Room, do not report to the dining room until the area
has been called.
Housing units 1-12
15 Approximately 6:30 a.m. for breakfast.
Approximately 11:00 a.m. for lunch.
Approximately 4:30 p.m. for supper.
Time limit is 20 minutes.
For units 1 – 12, all meals shall be consumed in either the dining room, a first
floor assigned room, or the unit game room as directed by your unit supervisor.
For those inmates in units 1-12 who are assigned to eat in the actual dining room of the
unit, you may not take your meal out of the dining room area to be re-heated in a
microwave.
MEALS - GENERAL PROCEDURES
Inmates shall wear their ID tags and they shall be visible over the outermost layer of
clothing.
Once you go through the food line, you will not be allowed to go back to retrieve any
food items you may have forgotten.
No “seconds” of meal items will be served. All kitchen workers will receive the same
portions as all other inmates.
Only those inmates assigned to the kitchens/serveries are authorized to be in the
kitchens/serveries. It is off limits to all other inmates.
Kitchen whites shall be worn by all those assigned to work in a kitchen/dining area.
Inmates are allowed to bring ONE condiment to meals. (Limited to one (1) packet of
mayonaise, or ketchup, a bottle of hot sauce or squeeze cheese).
There is no exchange of food or condiments in the food service line.
There is no trading or giving away of food or condiment items between tables.
All food and beverages will only be served in proper institution dishes and cups.
Personal beverages are not allowed in any dining room.
State provided meal items may NOT be removed from the kitchen/dining areas with the
exception of ONE piece of fruit and/or snack bags can be taken to room, which shall be
consumed by the end of the day or it will be considered contraband.
For those assigned to eat in their housing unit rooms, no food may be saved from meal to
meal.
Appropriate Clothing is required.
Hats, curlers or other headgear is not permitted to be worn in any dining room.
Shorts, warm-up suits are not permitted.
No slippers or shower shoes shall be worn while in any dining room.
State issued greens and/or sweatshirts and personal jeans are allowed (if wearing a
t-shirt underneath, it shall be tucked in).
Meals are only saved with prior arrangement with the food service staff (Main Kitchen)
or housing unit officer. This includes visits, off ground activities, unanticipated on-
grounds work, medical/dental appointments, and other unanticipated appointments.
No food may be saved meal to meal in housing unit kitchens/dining areas or stored in
housing unit refrigerators.
MOVEMENT
Inmates shall wear their ID tags and they shall be visible over the outermost layer of
clothing.
16 Inmates shall be punctual for all assignments and appointments as directed.
Inmates shall take the most direct route to and from their approved destination.
No loitering on sidewalks, in doorways, stairwells/stairways, or stoops of any building or
on the paved roadway.
Inmate movement is limited to areas outlined in OCI Facility Procedure 900.413.01.
Inmates are required to sign in and out utilizing the unit absence record each time you
enter or leave a building area.
Inmates shall report back into their housing unit five (5) minutes prior to any official
count.
Inmates found littering or throwing trash anywhere, other than in the acceptable
container, may be subject to discipline.
Inmates are only allowed to use authorized/designated entrances/exits.
Talking/yelling at anyone through windows/doors or yelling from patios or roadway, is
prohibited.
No personal property is allowed on the track (personal letters/papers, cups, photos,
electronics, magazines, musical instruments, canteen items etc.) unless transporting them
to/from a designated area, for an approved purpose.
Inmates shall not enter an area unless initiated by staff.
MULTI-PURPOSE ROOMS
Each unit’s designated “multi-purpose” room may be used for reading, studying, visiting,
writing or other approved quiet activities. Units 1-12 Dining Area/A & B Buildings
adjacent to game room.
Games are not allowed unless approved by the unit sergeant.
The available hours may be from 8-10 a.m.; 1:00-2:30 p.m.; 6:15- 9:25 p.m. or other
times at the discretion of the unit sergeant.
Low level talking will be allowed.
No food will be allowed in these rooms. You may consume beverages; however you will
be responsible for cleaning up after yourself.
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Musical instruments may only be used between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Musical instruments may be played in the inmate’s room or on the patio.
NON-RELIGIOUS HEAD WEAR
Shower caps and ‘Du-rags’ may be worn only in the inmate’s room, or to/from the unit
bathroom.
Hairnets may be worn only in the inmate's room, or to/from the unit bathroom, or as
required at work assignment (kitchen).
Hats and sunglasses, (unless medically necessary/authorized), shall be removed when
inside a building.
An inmate may not wear any combination of headwear (such as shower cap under hat;
hair net under hat, etc.) unless inclement winter weather and then, only stocking caps may
be worn under coat hoods.
Inmates may not use non-traditional items as headwear, such as torn sheets/towels/t-
shirts, etc.
OUTDOOR ATTIRE
A t-shirt and shorts shall be worn when outside.
17 Approved sleeveless t-shirts or tank tops can be worn for outside recreation and patios.
No going shirtless during outdoor recreational activities or while engaged in an outdoor
work/program assignment.
Socks and shoes shall be worn at all times, with the exception of outdoor volleyball.
Sweatshirts shall be worn as an outer garment only. May not be worn under green shirts.
I.D. Cards shall be worn.
Thermal underwear may be only used as an undergarment and may not be used as outer
clothing attire.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Sept. 16 – March 31 8:10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
April 01 – Sept. 15 8:10 a.m. – 8:15 p.m. (or when perimeter lights come on in the evening
whichever is first)
Basketball:
Only on your unit’s assigned court.
Three (3) on three (3) only.
No dunking.
Court areas (fenced or unfenced) are not to be used as a general exercise area.
Basketball courts on main recreation field shall be used by C-7 through C-10 and B
building inmates only.
Jumping rope may be done in accordance with your unit’s outdoor leisure time activity
schedule. It may only be done on your unit’s assigned basketball court. Priority is given to
anyone who wishes to play basketball.
Recreation Field:
No organized sport activities without recreation staff being present.
All other sport activities, (i.e., throwing Frisbee or football) shall be conducted on the
recreational field.
Inmates may not make snow sculptures, participate in any snow activities, or throw
snowballs.
No recreational activity on any lawn area near any housing unit, except horse shoes.
No more than four (4) inmates shall be allowed to play handball at a time on each of the
five handball courts.
Eye protection shall be required to be worn on handball courts.
Inmates may play six (6) on six (6) volleyball.
PATIO
Available after 7:30 a.m. standing count clears.
Up until 7:30 p.m. (Sept 16– Mar. 31)
Up until 8:15 p.m. (April 01 – Sept. 15) OR until perimeter lights come on;
(whichever comes first)
Shall remain on patio area and no loitering on grassy areas adjoining the patios or
sidewalk areas adjoining the roadway.
ADA/Emergency dayroom exits are not to be used, with the exception being for any
mobility impaired inmates who may or may not use a wheelchair, or in the case of a true
emergency.
All picnic tables and benches shall be placed on the unit patio where size permits.
No tables/benches may be moved and they shall be used in the manner in which they
were designed.
18 A book or other reading material will be allowed.
No games or recreational equipment are allowed on the patios.
No exercising on patio areas at any time.
No canteen products are allowed outside except liquids i.e. water, soda, coffee etc.
Feeding of wildlife and/or any animals is not allowed.
Horse shoe pits are available during patio hours including training days and heat
advisories. Maximum four (4) inmates for horse shoes.
No spectators, food or drink is allowed at the horse shoes pit area.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
Personal hygiene is extremely important. Each man shall routinely shower often enough
to preserve acceptable personal cleanliness in accordance with DOC 309.24.01.
Showers are available to all inmates from 7:00 am until 9:25 p.m. Showers can be taken
at other times if authorized by the housing unit officer.
Example: Main Kitchen workers working the 5:00 a.m. shift may quietly shower
at 4:30 a.m. or off grounds workers, work release, farm, etc.
Early morning (3:20) farmers may use the A-2 showers from 2:30 a.m. until 3:20
a.m.
In the C-1 through C-10 bathrooms, inmates shall only use bathrooms on their designated
floor, and in Units A and B may only use bathrooms on their wing unless emergency or
with Sergeants permission. No items shall be placed on the ½ walls to obstruct the view
of the housing unit Sergeant.
Inmates returning to the institution after 9:25 p.m. may be allowed to use the showers
with the approval of the unit Sergeant.
Showering or use of toilet facilities shall not interfere with count or the housing unit
janitorial duties.
All personal hygiene needs (i.e., brushing of teeth, shaving, sponge baths, etc.) shall be
completed by 10:00 p.m.
Fingernails shall be kept trimmed and not exceed the end of the finger.
PHONE CALLS (inmate phones on unit)
All telephone calls, except approved properly placed attorney calls, may be monitored
and recorded. Per DOC Policy 309.39.01 Monitoring and Recording of Inmate Telephone
Calls.
Unlimited number of calls allowed. Shall sign up for one (1), 20 minute call and when
that call is completed, shall receive permission to sign up for any additional calls to be
made. May sit in a chair.
PROHIBITED INMATE COMMUNICATIONS
Any inmate who has contact with any person prohibited by court order, department rule,
or other enforceable law or rule may subject to discipline in accordance with Department
of Corrections Administrative Code Chapter 303 Discipline and/or may be referred for
criminal prosecution if appropriate. This includes contact made by telephone, mail or
through any other form of communication, including contact facilitated by a third party.
PROPERTY – NON STANDARD ITEMS
The below listed items may be purchased from an outside retailer
Power/amplified antenna.
19 Limited to the purchase/receipt of two (2) per calendar year.
Only style allowed at OCI is now listed in DAI 309.20.03 and as described
below.
Flat models only not to exceed 2 x 10.6 x 14.4 inches; 3.5 pounds.
You may not add any of the above listed items to a current vendors order form. If you
attempt to do this, your whole order will be rejected.
Inmates may order prayer oil in accordance with DAI Policy 309.61.01.
ROADWAYS/SIDEWALKS/TRACK
Inmates shall take most direct route to and from approved destination using paved
surfaces. Non-paved surfaces may not be used as shortcuts.
No more than six (6) inmates in a group.
Inmates shall walk no more than two (2) wide, within the designated painted lines, when
on the roadway.
All inmates using the roadway shall move to the closest outer edge when approached by a
vehicle.
ROOM VISITING IS NOT ALLOWED.
Room visiting consists of entry into another inmate cell.
May not stand or loiter by the front of the door of another inmate.
ROOMS - ASSIGNMENT AND CHANGES
Routine housing unit changes will NOT be made, with exceptions for medical, security,
or extenuating circumstances and at the direction/approval of a security supervisor.
Single rooms may be assigned using the seniority system. Inmates are subject to losing
the privilege of a single room for a variety of reasons including for disciplinary reasons.
See OCI Facility Procedure 108.02.
ROOMS - FURNISHINGS
Each inmate will be issued two (2) sheets, two (2) blankets, one (1) pillow/pillow case,
one (1) mattress, and a footlocker, unless medically authorized for additional items.
Single/double rooms may only have one (1) chair; triple/quad rooms may only have two
(2) chairs.
The head of the inmate shall be towards the door when sleeping.
No items shall hang on the bed posts/rails, or from the top bunk that may obstruct the
officer's view. Door windows shall not be covered in any way at any time.
No other State property is allowed in the room.
Roommates shall not be allowed to share footlockers, cabinets, desk drawers, etc.
No items shall be affixed to walls or ceilings with tape, string, wire, screws, toothpaste,
aluminum foil, etc.
20 TV antenna’s may be affixed to your bulletin board or may be set on the windowsill.
For items such as calendars, cards, photos etc. you may only utilize your state issued
bulletin board (inside the frame) or the inside of your locker. No cut outs or magazine
pages are allowed.
Only one (1) small hobby box (14x14x14) and one (1) small legal box (20x20x20) may
be kept in the room and be marked appropriately. No other boxes may be used for
storage shelves, TV stands, etc.
ROOMS - KEYS
Each inmate is assigned a room and footlocker key, and he is responsible for them. If a
key is lost, intentionally damaged or misused, the inmate will be charged for a
replacement and may be subject to discipline.
OCI is not responsible for lost inmate property, due to the inmate failing to secure his
personal belongings.
When going off-grounds for any reason, the room key and footlocker key shall be turned
into the housing unit sergeant.
Inmates living in A-2 will turn their key in to the control desk officer.
In order to safeguard personal property and possessions, each inmate shall close and lock
the door of their room when leaving. It is the inmate’s responsibility to safeguard his
possessions.
Keys may be attached to the institution approved lanyard and used in the manner
intended. Key fobs/chains are not allowed.
ROOMS - LEAVING ASSIGNED ROOM
Inmates are not permitted to leave their rooms between 12:00 a.m. – 5:30 a.m. except for:
Emergencies (medical or severe personal problems).
Use of the toilet facilities.
Work assignments.
Lights and all electronics (other than a clock) are to be turned off when leaving the room.
Room doors shall be closed at all times.
There may be exceptions (i.e., room cleaning and during heat advisory, or as
approved by a unit Sergeant.)
TV ROOM/AREA – BEHAVIOR & PROGRAM SELECTION
Furniture shall only be used in the manner intended.
The television area is for TV viewing only.
No food will be allowed in these rooms. You may consume liquids (i.e. coffee, soda,
water etc.) However you will be responsible for cleaning up after yourself.
All inmates in the TV room shall be seated on chairs provided. If enough seating is not
available, the inmate shall leave the room.
Loitering at the doorway to the TV room is not permitted.
The unit sergeant has the discretion to immediately remove an inmate(s) from the TV
room for disruptive behavior or other violations of the DOC 303. These privileges will
be reinstated, at the discretion of the officer on the shift the infraction occurred, or at the
start of the next scheduled shift.
Selection of television programs will be determined by unanimous decision. Unit
Sergeant will have final say.
Television viewing is available beginning at 5:30 a.m. and will terminate at 12:00 a.m.
each night.
21GENERAL INFORMATION
INMATE WORK ASSIGNMENTS
Inmate work assignments are posted on kiosks at each housing unit, and at various work
areas throughout the Institution. Some of these assignments include but not limited to
Housing Unit positions, Badger State Industries, Main Kitchen, Utility Crew, Garden
Crew, Custodial positions. Refer to OCI Policy & Procedure 309.00.01 Work Placement.
Process for applying for Outside the Fence/Work Release positions:
Inmates applying for outside the fence jobs are to submit a DOC-2118 application for
employment to the Work Release Committee the first through the seventh of each month.
These applications will be reviewed by the Work Release Committee. If an inmate
doesn’t meet the requirements for outside the fence employment the inmate will receive a
response giving them a reason for the denial and a reapply date.
Inmates that meet the requirements of the initial review by the Work Release Committee
will be then reviewed by the Work Release Multi-Disciplinary Committee. This
committee consists of the following departments, Work Release Committee, Health
Services, Psychological Services, Social Services, Program Services and the Education
Department. As with the Work Release Committee if the Multi-Disciplinary Committee
denies the inmates request for outside the fence work the inmate will receive a response
of the reason why denied and a reapply date.
The final step of the process is the Warden’s review of the inmate’s application. As with
the other steps if the Warden denies the application the inmate will receive a response of
why denied and given a reapply date.
VOLUNTARY UNASSIGNED: (Reference 309.55.01)
Inmates who refuse or are negatively removed from a work or paid program shall be
placed in voluntary unassigned status and shall not be compensated for a minimum of 90
days.
The Warden can waive the 90 days for an inmate negatively removed from a work
assignment if a full-time paid program assignment becomes available or if required by
facility operational needs.
After 90 days in voluntary unassigned status, an inmate may request to be assigned to
involuntary unassigned status if appropriate work or assignments are unavailable based
on facility procedure.
WORK RELEASE INMATES
For those returning after the 9:30 p.m. Formal count, you may be allowed to use the
microwave, or take a shower, up to one half hour after your return to the unit. These
activities shall be done quietly so as not to disturb the other inmates who are sleeping.
Early a.m. farmers may use the A-2 unit microwave from 2:30 a.m. – 3:20 a.m. All other
A-2 inmates may use the microwave after the 5:15 a.m. count clears.
VISITING HOURS
• Wednesday through Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• There is a three-hour time limit. Visits may be terminated early due to limited space.
22• Inmates shall be allowed three (3) visits per week. Holidays are not counted toward the
three per week limit. Inmates shall be limited to one (1) visit per weekend.
RESTRICTIVE HOUSING VISITING:
If inmate is in Restrictive Housing, visiting hours are as follows:
All Restrictive Housing visits are one hour only.
• Wednesday through Friday 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• TLU inmates: Three (3) visits per week – with only one (1) visit per weekend.
• Disciplinary Separation: Step 1, 2, or 3 – one visit per week.
• Control or Observation: Requires Security Directors, and/or HSU and Clinical approval.
BADGER STATE INDUSTRIES
Badger State Industries (BSI) operates the Upholstered Products Shop employing inmates
in the manufacturing of office chairs and institutional seating.
Inmates who wish to work in BSI shall fill out an application when applying for a job.
Selected candidates will be called in for an interview by BSI staff when openings become
available. Applications are available from unit Sergeant or Social Services.
CANTEEN
Oakhill Correctional Institution contracts with an outside canteen vendor who offers a
large selection of products.
OCI inmates are allowed to order canteen on a bi-weekly basis. This schedule is posted in
each housing unit.
Inmates may spend a maximum of $84 bi-weekly on canteen items separate from
contracted property vendors. You shall retain your receipts for all canteen items in your
possession.
Inmates may only possess one and a half times (1 ½) the maximum amount allowed.
When an inmate receives Loss of Canteen, on a conduct report disposition, he will only
be allowed to order a limited supply of hygiene and stationary items.
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Psychological Services Unit (PSU) staff provides mental health services to inmates. If
you are having difficulties with stressors related to your incarceration or other
psychological issues you may wish to contact PSU.
The Psychological Services is located on the second floor of the MARS Building.
Inmates need to check in first with the receptionist on the second floor.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, such as thinking that you may hurt
yourself or someone else, or hearing voices that others do not hear, please notify staff
immediately.
Upon arrival at OCI, inmates will be screened by PSU staff.
File review requests should be made using the green form.
EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
Academic
Adult Basic Education (ABE) up to the High School Equivalency Diploma
(HSED) is available. Classes are held either in the morning or afternoon to
accommodate as many men as possible. Peer tutors are available. Because men
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